Ski Trip 2012
Ski Trip 2012. Introductions. Mr Findlater Mr Gowing Miss Nixon Miss Pepper Miss Portaluri. Introductions. Practice Sessions. Some prior experience for beginners is recommended Mr Gowing to arrange dry slope sessions for those who want them (additional cost)
Ski Trip 2012
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Introductions Mr Findlater Mr Gowing Miss Nixon Miss Pepper Miss Portaluri
Practice Sessions • Some prior experience for beginners is recommended • Mr Gowing to arrange dry slope sessions for those who want them (additional cost) • Snow Dome parties/lessons are a great idea
Clothing • Ski Jackets and Salopettes can be hired see below, although there are a number of outlet stores(Gloucester Quays) that will have sale prices comparable to hire. http://www.mountainedgeskiwear.co.uk/homepage http://www.knowlesofworcester.co.uk/skiwear.htm • FOR SKIING: Essential to be warm and waterproof • SKI JACKET (1) & SALOPETTES (1) must be Water Proof. • SKI SOCKS (2) See note below! • GLOVES (1) • COTTON or Breathable TOPS (long-sleeved) (3) • HAT (1) • LIPSALVE (1) • LIGHTWEIGHT (breathable) JUMPER/FLEECE (2) • GOGGLES (1) • SUNGLASSES (1) • Small tube of SUN TAN CREAM (FACTOR 25 OR ABOVE)
Journey. • By Coach • Luggage Limit (1case, 1 hand piece) • 26hrs + (Horror Stories) • Food for the journey needs to be taken • Regular stops made at services • DVDs & Competitions (Staff & Pupils) Sugar content be kept to a minimum Need to be aware of any travel sickness issues – self medication needed.
Clothing • OTHER ITEMS • Casual Wear for around the hotel for 1 week • Boots or strong shoes • Wash Kit and Towel • Pillow(for the coach journey) • Sleepwear • A PAIR OF SKI SOCKS IN HAND LUGGAGE (in case we get fitted for skis on our first evening)
Equipment Provided Pupils are responsible for: Skis or Snowboard Boots Helmet Lift Pass Storage:
Typical Day 7.30 Breakfast 10 – 12 Ski School 12 – 1 Lunch 1 – 3 Ski School Return to hotel 6 pm Evening Meal 7pm Evening activity 9pm Lights Out
Supervision • Pupils assigned to a tutor group, staff member responsible for head counts. Travelling + Activties • Pupils assigned to a ski-class; 1 instructor to 12 pupils • At least 1 Staff member also accompanies groups • Hotel is self contained and we are the sole occupants
Paperwork • Medical forms including dietary requirements • Consent • 2 passport sized photos • Copy of passport • EHIC card • Code of Conduct
EHIC • Replaces E111 form. • Must be in students name • Entitles holder to medical treatment within the EU. • Apply online: www.dh.gov.uk/travellers • By phone: 0845 606 2030
Passport/Insurance • All students will require a passport. • Please check DATE! i.e. that it will be valid in March 2012 • We require a photocopy of your passport. • Insurance: Copies available if you wish (see ski plan website)
